Rickey A. Johnson

Rickey A. Johnson serves as a key procurement professional within the FA3099 47 Conf Cc, a unit of the Department of the Air Force responsible for sustaining critical airfield and installation infrastructure. He manages a diverse portfolio of construction, logistical, and support contracts essential to maintaining operational readiness and mission-critical aviation capabilities. His acquisitions focus on capital improvements, facility maintenance, and specialized services that ensure the integrity of Air Force bases, with an emphasis on timely execution and compliance with federal contracting standards. Johnson plays a central role in aligning procurement activities with the agency’s strategic priorities in infrastructure resilience and modernization. He maintains consistent working relationships with AR6 Construction & Engineering, LLC, and Horsepower Geospatial LLC, firms known for their expertise in facility construction and geospatial support services. These partnerships reflect a preference for contractors with proven technical capabilities in military-grade infrastructure and precision engineering. Johnson’s contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, leveraging long-term vendor relationships to ensure reliability and mission alignment while maintaining strict adherence to FAR compliance and quality assurance protocols. His procurement patterns show a strong inclination toward open competition, with 71.4% of awards issued without set-aside restrictions. However, he actively supports small business participation, with nearly 29% of contracts awarded under Total Small Business Set-Asides per FAR 19.5, demonstrating a balanced commitment to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals. While no specific socioeconomic categories dominate, his consistent use of small business set-asides signals a deliberate effort to foster vendor diversity within the defense support ecosystem. Johnson’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 562111 (Solid Waste Collection), 488991 (Packing and Crating), and 511210 (Software Publishers), reflecting a unique blend of environmental services, logistics support, and information technology solutions. His expertise spans the integration of facility operations with mission-enabling digital infrastructure, positioning him at the intersection of physical sustainment and digital enablement across Air Force installations.